The Judge’s Perspective – Reflections of a Horse Show Judge
November 8, 2026 Comments Off on The Judge’s Perspective – Reflections of a Horse Show Judge
When I first became a recognized judge, the norm was single-judged events. Most horse shows were completed in a day with one judge on Saturday and another judge on Sunday – a total of two complete shows in a weekend.
Continue reading …Which Teams are Returning Sunday for the L3 Amateur Working Western Rail Finals?
November 8, 2026 Comments Off on Which Teams are Returning Sunday for the L3 Amateur Working Western Rail Finals?
The Amateur Working Western Rail L3 Prelims on Saturday, November 7, 2026, offered excitement and suspense as prelims and semi-finals determined who could come back for the finals on Sunday in the OG&E Coliseum! Below are the returning 15 teams: 2177 1-1 BENEFIT OF THE DOUBT ALLIE JANE BRIGGS 1344 1-2 TUF N SMOKIN […]
Continue reading …Vito Latini and Bettin Im Best win World Show Gold
November 7, 2026 Comments Off on Vito Latini and Bettin Im Best win World Show Gold
Vito Latini has made a name for himself in showmanship the last few years, working his way up from 4H as a youth into the hands of the best trainers, winning titles in the event at the All American Quarter Horse Congress and at the NSBA World Show. This week, not only did he add […]
Continue reading …Jesse Jones Rides The Goldenn Girl to win World Show Gold in L3 Junior Trail
November 7, 2026 Comments Off on Jesse Jones Rides The Goldenn Girl to win World Show Gold in L3 Junior Trail
Jesse Jones piloted The Goldenn Girl to a Gold Globe in the Junior Trail on Friday for owner Jillian Zidian, after conquering a tough prelim class of 40, and winning the finals of 15 teams. The 2022 bay mare is by Nothin But Nett and out of A Good Sweet Peach by Good Hotrod, and bred […]
Continue reading …Stacey Stinson Wins Fourth Gold Globe in Amateur Select Pleasure Driving
November 7, 2026 Comments Off on Stacey Stinson Wins Fourth Gold Globe in Amateur Select Pleasure Driving
Friday at the AQHA World Championship Show, Stacey Stinson was once again at the whip to pilot Without Permission to a fourth Gold Globe! The 2015 bay gelding is by The Ultimate Fancy and out of My Favorite Uncle (TB) by Uncle Denny, bred by John and Donna Quintell of Paris, Kentucky. Watch her social […]
Continue reading …2026 AQHA World Show Week One Video Recap
November 7, 2026 Comments Off on 2026 AQHA World Show Week One Video Recap
Ready for a video recap? Watch our social media winner interviews from the first week of coverage at the 2026 AQHA World Championship Show!
Continue reading …A Paragon of Western Style – Bobby Smith & Rod Patrick Boots
November 6, 2026 Comments Off on A Paragon of Western Style – Bobby Smith & Rod Patrick Boots
You certainly know Bobby Smith, even if you know him simply as “Bobby.” Ever the Western gentleman, you’ll never see Bobby without a crisp Western oxford, starched jeans, and a tan Brink’s hat atop his head.
Continue reading …Which Select Amateurs are Returning Saturday for the Finals?
November 6, 2026 Comments Off on Which Select Amateurs are Returning Saturday for the Finals?
Select Amateurs were busy demonstrating their skills, talents, and bonds with their horses on Thursday, November 5th, at the 2026 AQHA World Show. First, the Select Trail L3 Prelims kicked off the day on Thursday in the Performance Arena for the 2026 AQHA World Show, and 15 teams will return at 8 AM Saturday in the […]
Continue reading …Another Record-Breaking Year for Willow Creek Farm Student Horse Show
November 6, 2026 Comments Off on Another Record-Breaking Year for Willow Creek Farm Student Horse Show
Sycamore, Illinois: For Immediate Release Willow Creek Farm, located in Sycamore, Illinois, recently hosted its fifth annual Student Horse Show, celebrating another record-breaking year for the growing lesson program and its riders.Proudly owned and operated by Chayna DeNicolo-Petrocci, and her husband, Lucas Petrocci, alongside their 4 year old son, Rocco. Willow Creek Farm is a […]
Continue reading …Around The Rings – The AQHA World Championship In OKC With The G-man
November 5, 2026 Comments Off on Around The Rings – The AQHA World Championship In OKC With The G-man
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